Bell's Original (1L) vs Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Bell's Original (1L) | Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bell's | Mary Queen of Scots |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £26.5 | £36.5 |
| Rating | 3.42/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bell's Original (1L)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Bell's Original (1L)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.42).
Bell's Original (1L) is better value at £27 vs £37.
For beginners: Bell's Original (1L) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Bell's Original (1L)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£26.5 vs £36.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.4 vs 5.0)
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.5 vs £26.5)
Who should buy Bell's?
Bell's Original (1L) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Mary?
Mary Queen Of Scots 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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